Public Health Nurse - School Nurse (Consultative)

Calhoun County Public Health Department seeks a Public Health Nurse to provide nursing services to students and families in the Lakeview School District. In this consultative role, you will serve as the subject matter expert for the School Wellness Program, working under the general direction of the Community Public Health Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for general education and special education students
• Deliver engaging, age-appropriate health education lessons covering hygiene, nutrition, dental health, and germ prevention
• Work with school personnel to improve understanding of chronic health issues
• Communicate with parents and other health care providers as appropriate
• Provide input for new or revised policies and procedures
• Provide information, answer questions, and offer referrals as necessary
• Collaborate with other school nurses to implement, train, and maintain Medical Emergency Response Team (MERT) protocols across all Lakeview School District buildings

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license in Michigan
• Oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Time management skills
• Mental ability to frequently handle simultaneous projects requiring concentration and attention to detail with frequent distractions from people and telephone calls
• Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups from a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies
• Frequently required to walk and stand for extended periods, perform repetitive movement, and work in confined areas
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to travel between schools

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Working Conditions

• Hybrid eligible position with fixed schedule
• Largely sedentary role with extensive computer work
• Travel required between schools
• May have contact with infectious disease exposure to bloodborne pathogens
• On-call availability to respond to emergencies, including program-related and public health emergencies
• Extended workdays beyond 8 hours per day and weekend or holiday work may be required

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range: $57,853.38 to $73,909.67 USD
• Paid time off: 6.47 hours per pay period (hourly) or 4.2 weeks annually (salaried)
• 14 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) with up to 7% County match
• On-site clinic with preventative and primary care services and on-site medications
• Up to $3,000 annually in tuition reimbursement
• Hybrid and flexible scheduling for eligible positions